The White-eyed Vireo found by Roberta Kay on 30 Oct, and enjoyed by many observers on a daily basis since then, continues today in Ottawa. The bird was seen this morning actively foraging in its favoured area a few metres north of the parking area where the trail forks west and (north)easterly.
Folks looking for the bird should note that it continues to loosely associate with a flock of up to five chickadees. Carefully check the area near the small creek immediately north of the trail intersection; the area north of where the trail turns easterly; and the small meadow with the single apple tree north of the trail intersection. Patience may be required: the bird will show well for a few moments then become difficult to find for extended periods. Directions: Follow OTTAWA REGIONAL ROAD 174 (THE QUEENSWAY) in Ottawa’s east end to CHAMPLAIN STREET opposite Place d’Orleans. Follow CHAMPLAIN STREET northerly for approximately one kilometre to the dead end with parking for FRANCOIS DUPONT PARK. The trail intersection and general area favoured by the bird are just few steps north of the dead end. Aaron Hywarren OTTAWA _______________________________________________ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
